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Reticent, artistic Evie feels out of step at her elite Manhattan school. Her only close friend is privileged Emma, but when Emma's impulsivity turns self-destructive and even cruel, Evie struggles to stand up for herself. Friendship troubles, family drama, and a charming but aloof love interest combine in typical realistic-YA fashion, albeit with a sensitive approach to class disparity.